Karimikui

Tasting Notes: Blackcurrant, Red Apple, Raw Sugar
Country: Kenya
Region: Embu, Mt. Kenya
Process: Washed
Variety: Ruiru 11, SL28, Batian
Elevation: 1800 masl

About the Producer
Karimikui Factory is part of the Rungeto Cooperative Society, which was founded in 1997 and today represents 850 smallholder farmers. The factory sits at 1,800 masl on the rich volcanic soils of Mt. Kenya’s southern slopes. Here, ideal rainfall and cool mountain temperatures create the perfect environment for producing coffees with unmatched clarity and complexity.

The farmers’ cherries are processed with fresh water from the Nyamindi River. After pulping, the coffee undergoes overnight fermentation, followed by careful soaking and hand washing before being dried on raised beds for 7 to 15 days. Every step is geared toward bringing out the distinctive sweetness and sparkling acidity that Kenyan coffees are known for.

Sustainability and Community
Beyond quality, Karimikui plays a vital role in supporting its farmers. The cooperative offers pre-financing for school fees, farm inputs, and emergencies, while also investing in sustainable practices like tree planting and responsible water use. With continuous training and agronomy seminars, the farmers are empowered to grow not just better coffee, but stronger futures for their families and community.

For Filter/Batch Brew, we suggest 1:16 coffee to water ratio as a starting point.

Dose - 15g
Yield - 240g
Grind - Coarse
Water Temperature - 92c
Time : 2:00-2:10
All pours are 30 second intervals
1st pour of 30g, followed by 3 pours of 70g

All orders are packaged with care and shipped within 3 business days.

You can expect your order to arrive within 4 business days within Australia metro areas, depending on shipping option chosen.

We ship internationally fresh coffee!

For international orders we use Fedex Express which takes about 3-10 business days depending on your location.